NANN's President, Pam Spivey, blogs to us from the American Nurses Association Organizational Affiliates meeting in Tampa, FL:
Hi everybody,
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of the year. It's the time of year where we reflect on what we are truly thankful for - change of seasons, special time with family and friends, football, Pecan Pie :-)
Yes, there will be great food, games, and lots of laughter. I'd love to bottle up this Thanksgiving feeling and bring it out during the year when we are trudging along in our daily, busy work life. I was reminded today when I heard Rick Bluni, author of Inspired Nurse, speak that we can!
Today Rick reminded us to spend time daily thinking about what we are grateful for, the good that has happened today. Some people write what they are thankful for and put it in a gratitude jar, then they get the notes out from time to time to rejuvenate their point of view. Others write in journals (that's me) or in the margins of great books (me too). I've shared these writings with friends, colleagues, and most recently with Nurse Residents when they are in the midst of Reality Shock or when they just need a boost.
Rick's book Inspired Nurse reminds me of the absolutely wonderful profession of Nursing and how we make a difference each day. It's in our DNA! It's our calling and we are thankful for the opportunity.
Share your stories of the thanksgiving this season - tell your stories, hug your colleagues and let them know...
We make a difference in the lives of our tiny, sick patients and their families every day. Our work is purposeful and honorable. Remember that nursing is the most trusted profession. We are privileged to be a part of their lives in the beginning of the precious moments of birth and yes, sometimes in the midst of sorrow as their baby dies.
Thank you for your talents and passion as a neonatal nurse. YOU are making a difference in the lives of our neonatal patients, their families and in each other.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Pam
Hi everybody,
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of the year. It's the time of year where we reflect on what we are truly thankful for - change of seasons, special time with family and friends, football, Pecan Pie :-)
Yes, there will be great food, games, and lots of laughter. I'd love to bottle up this Thanksgiving feeling and bring it out during the year when we are trudging along in our daily, busy work life. I was reminded today when I heard Rick Bluni, author of Inspired Nurse, speak that we can!
Today Rick reminded us to spend time daily thinking about what we are grateful for, the good that has happened today. Some people write what they are thankful for and put it in a gratitude jar, then they get the notes out from time to time to rejuvenate their point of view. Others write in journals (that's me) or in the margins of great books (me too). I've shared these writings with friends, colleagues, and most recently with Nurse Residents when they are in the midst of Reality Shock or when they just need a boost.
Rick's book Inspired Nurse reminds me of the absolutely wonderful profession of Nursing and how we make a difference each day. It's in our DNA! It's our calling and we are thankful for the opportunity.
Share your stories of the thanksgiving this season - tell your stories, hug your colleagues and let them know...
We make a difference in the lives of our tiny, sick patients and their families every day. Our work is purposeful and honorable. Remember that nursing is the most trusted profession. We are privileged to be a part of their lives in the beginning of the precious moments of birth and yes, sometimes in the midst of sorrow as their baby dies.
Thank you for your talents and passion as a neonatal nurse. YOU are making a difference in the lives of our neonatal patients, their families and in each other.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Pam